Buyer I

Job Title:

Service Parts Planner/Buyer Duration:

2 months | Possible Extension based on candidate's performance, budget and workload

Location:

Allen, TX 75002

Worksite:

Hybrid | Somewhat flexible start time (7-8 AM) Top 5 Must-Have Skills Purchasing experience Planning experience Forecasting & inventory control management SAP and/or Oracle experience Strong Excel skills Key Responsibilities Forecast and plan service parts via MRP system Maintain accurate materials and parts master data Analyze inventory levels, usage, lead-times, and demand Daily review of backlog beyond automated system triggers Interface with internal supply planning teams for timely fulfillment Communicate parts availability, order status, shipping, and delivery details to stakeholders Develop and maintain reports in Tableau, SAP, and Excel Create purchase orders, stock transfer orders, and track orders Monitor service parts inventory against open purchase orders Prepare weekly KPI reports Success Metrics (First 90-120 Days) Demonstrates strong purchasing and forecasting capability Quickly adapts to ERP workflows (SAP currently, Oracle in the future) Effectively manages Excel-based buyer/planner functions Contributes to stabilizing inventory and improving planning processes Required Experience Bachelor's degree (Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering preferred) 2-3 years in materials planning, purchasing, or repair parts expediting Experience with SAP or similar ERP for purchasing and inventory Strong communication skills (written, verbal) Excel expertise (analysis, reporting, pivot tables, etc.) Nice-to-Have Industry experience in repair operations or service parts Tableau experience